Bruce Bowen Friedle

November 1, 1941 - July 23, 2020 (78 years old)

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Bruce Bowen Friedle

November 1, 1941 - July 23, 2020 (78 years old)

Nesconset, New York

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Bruce Bowen Friedle Obituary

Bruce Friedle (Nesconset, New York) passed on on July 23, 2020, at the age of 78.

Bruce Friedle was an American artist and sculptor who originated the popular mid-century metal sunburst.
Bruce also began the American Whimsical Folk Art movement that is currently a trend..

Bruce Friedle was a devout animal nature lover. He rescued and cared for hundreds of dogs and cats and all living creatures.
He continuously acted to preserve and protect the environment.

He was caring and kind. He will be missed by his life partner Hugo Ramirez.

"When hope is lost, one hopes for hope." - Bruce Friedle.

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January 17, 2021

Julie Hereth wrote a sympathy message

“I’m so sorry to hear of Bruce’s passing. He was my neighbor...and was always super friendly to me (and my dog). He will be missed!”

December 3, 2020

Jack Auld wrote a sympathy message

“Sorry to hear of Bruce's passing .. : o ( , God bless you Bruce . I just missed you, I tried calling you right after your passing, When your number was not in service I knew something was up .. RIP .. Love Jack & June Auld from "KISS" , your loving long time friends, you are missed”

November 13, 2020

Helen Hartman wrote a sympathy message

“This is Franklin Hartman sister Dee, he tried to find you was unsuccessful, we are so so very sorry about Bruce he was so unique and talented, one in ten million. Franklin is in very bad shape with the Parkinsons. Couldnt believe about Bruce. Bruce was a great human being.. Take care of yourself. Fondly Dee”

October 4, 2020

Lynn Rhodes wrote a sympathy message

“Sending my condolences to you Hugo,from so long ago.This is Lynn Ruppe(Richard Rund’s ex wife..of Richard’s a Cobbler,NYC days) Lynn Ferrante contacted me with the news of Bruce’s passing.I live on the south shore of Long Island,in Brookhaven with my husband Mark Rhodes..”

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